The Harvard Club of Japan
Presents Steeped in Shincha: A Tasting of Japan’s First Harvest Tea & 336 Years of Heritage
Join us for a rare and seasonal tea experience! May marks the arrival of shincha—the first harvest of Japanese green tea—celebrated for its freshness, vibrant flavor, and limited availability.
In this intimate gathering, you’ll have the unique opportunity to taste and compare shincha from different regions of Japan, each offering its own distinct character. Paired with light seasonal bites, this guided tasting will take you on a sensory journey through Japan’s newest teas.
Your host, Nami Yamamoto—CEO of Yamamotoyama and the first female leader in its 336-year family history—will personally guide the session. She will share insights into how shincha is crafted, along with the story behind Yamamotoyama’s long-standing heritage as a pioneer of Japanese green tea.
Admission is limited to 23 persons, on a first-come-first served basis.
Please register using the registration function below.
***If you need to cancel your reservation, please do so no later than noon on Tuesday, May 26. Also please note that a cancellation fee will be charged in the case of a no-show. By registering for this event, you are agreeing to comply with this policy. Your understanding of and compliance with this policy are greatly appreciated!
Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Time: Doors open: 18:45 / Talk & Reception 19:00 – 21:00
Venue: Yamamotoyama Fujie Sabo
Address: Nihonbashi Takashimaya Mitsui Building 1F, 2-5-1 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku Tokyo
Participation fee: 5,000 JPY per person, to be paid cashlessly at the door*
The price includes a comparative tasting of "Shincha" (new crop green tea) and light food.
*NOTE THAT CASH IS NOT ACCEPTED: PLEASE BE PREPARED TO PAY USING CREDIT CARD OR DIGITAL PAYMENT
Enquiries: For any problems registering or other enquires please e-mail HCJ Events Committee Member Bing Wang — biw282@mail.harvard.edu
Where:
Nihonbashi Takashimaya Mitsui Building 1F,
2-5-1 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
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Nami YamamotoCEO
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